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Japan-South Korea comfort women agreement
Japan’s Terrible Mistake on 'Comfort Women'
By Mintaro Oba
Japan has overreacted to the latest "comfort women" memorial statue in South Korea.
Strategic Implications of South Korea’s Political Scandal
By Benjamin Lee
The Choi Soon-sil scandal will have serious repercussions for strategic issues such as THAAD and Japan-ROK cooperation.
South Korea-Japan Comfort Women Agreement: Where Do We Go From Here?
By Benjamin Lee
Domestic opposition to the deal in South Korea continues to intensify, posing challenges.
World War II Anniversary Once Again Sparks Controversy in East Asia
By Mina Pollmann
The 71st anniversary of Japan's surrender saw several officials visit Yasukuni Shrine, although PM Abe did not.
6 Months Later: The 'Comfort Women' Agreement
By Prakash Panneerselvam and Sandhya Puthanveedu
Lacking formal implementation and combined with changing political tides, the comfort women issue will drag on.
How to Save the Comfort Women Agreement
By Hana Rudolph
Advancing Japan-Korea relations will require creativity -- and maybe a change of address for Japan's embassy in Seoul.
Japan's Regional Relationships, as Revealed at the Nuclear Security Summit
By Shannon Tiezzi
Japan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson on ties with South Korea, China, and the United States.
Will Taiwan's 'Comfort Women' Get an Apology From Japan?
By Mina Pollmann
After reaching a deal with South Korea over the "comfort women" issue, will Japan ignore Taiwanese victims?
The Japan-South Korea Comfort Women Deal
By Brad Glosserman and Scott Snyder
Can it last?
Why the 'Comfort Women' Deal Will Hold
By Steven Denney
With popular support, the Japan-South Korea comfort women agreement seems likely to succeed.
China, Taiwan Apply Pressure to Japan Over 'Comfort Women' Issue
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing and Taipei respond to Japan's agreement with South Korea over World War II sex slaves.
The Comfort Women Agreement: A Win for Traditional Diplomacy
By Yukari Easton
The resolution achieved by South Korea and Japan was a good day for diplomacy.